Bow Sprit Tortoise history

Bow-Sprit Tortoises are found in South Africa, Namidia and near Cape Province. The population of the Bow-Sprit Tortoise can be greatly affected by other animals that share their habitat. For example, on Dassen Island when the Jackass Penguin population lowers, the Bow-Sprit Tortoise population increases. This is because the Penguin's feces kills off the vegetation preferred by the tortoises. The Bow-Sprit Tortoise also competes with rabbits for food.